For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,199 students in 24015, VA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 24015, VA are James Madison Middle School and Woodrow Wilson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 24015 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Virginia public middle school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 70% statewide average). Middle schools in 24015, VA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle school average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 24015, VA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James Madison Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1160 Overland Rd Sw
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 853-2351
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 853-2351
Gr: 6-8 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Woodrow Wilson Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1813 Carter Rd Sw
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 853-2358
Roanoke, VA 24015
(540) 853-2358
Gr: 6-8 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 24015, VA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 24015, VA include James Madison Middle School and Woodrow Wilson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 24015?
2 public middle schools are located in 24015.
What is the racial composition of students in 24015?
24015 public middle schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Virginia public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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